History #
The ATHENA was a propeller launch built in 1894 by Wm. Johnson in Hamilton, Ontario. It had the following specifications: a length of 58 feet, beam of 10 feet, depth of 6 feet, gross tonnage of 18, and net tonnage of 12. The ATHENA was owned by McDonald & Clendenning.
On August 27, 1897, the ATHENA was lost in a fire at the Hamilton Wharf in Hamilton, Ontario. The fire originated on the steamer ACACIA and spread to the ATHENA, resulting in its destruction. Unfortunately, there is no information available regarding the loss of life or the cargo the ATHENA was carrying at the time.
It is worth noting that there is some conflicting information regarding the ATHENA’s loss. One source states that it was burned in April 1898, while another source indicates the loss occurred on August 27, 1897. The latter date is more commonly cited.
